Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maritima
ID:
75527

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Pelser & Meijden

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Heukels' Fl. Nederland : 677 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074856



Common Names

  • Sea Mayweed
  • Jacobaea
  • Mayweed


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Description

Jacobaea maritima (also called Sea Aster, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to Europe. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in grasslands, scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Jacobaea maritima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Jacobaea maritima sub. maritima
Jacobaea maritima sub. bicolor (Willd.) B.Nord. & Greuter
Jacobaea maritima sub. sicula N.G.Passal., Peruzzi & Pellegrino

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jacobaea maritima is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacobaea maritima is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn and by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Jacobaea maritima

Jacobaea maritima is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sandy soils. It is most commonly found in the countries of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Jacobaea maritima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacobaea maritima?

Jacobaea maritima

What is the common name of Jacobaea maritima?

Seaside ragwort

What is the natural habitat of Jacobaea maritima?

Coastal areas

Species in the Jacobaea genus

Jacobaea othonnae, Jacobaea incana, Jacobaea ambracea, Jacobaea paludosa, Jacobaea inops, Jacobaea borysthenica, Jacobaea mollis, Jacobaea carniolica, Jacobaea candida, Jacobaea auricula, Jacobaea abrotanifolia, Jacobaea vulgaris, Jacobaea raphanifolia, Jacobaea analoga, Jacobaea tibetica, Jacobaea ornata, Jacobaea aquatica, Jacobaea alpina, Jacobaea adonidifolia, Jacobaea nudicaulis, Jacobaea mouterdei, Jacobaea erratica, Jacobaea arnautorum, Jacobaea persoonii, Jacobaea gigantea, Jacobaea buschiana, Jacobaea lycopifolia, Jacobaea boissieri, Jacobaea maritima, Jacobaea korshinskyi, Jacobaea trapezuntina, Jacobaea uniflora, Jacobaea gibbosa, Jacobaea sandrasica, Jacobaea minuta, Jacobaea gallerandiana, Jacobaea subalpina, Jacobaea delphiniifolia, Jacobaea cannabifolia, Jacobaea ferganensis, Jacobaea schischkiniana, Jacobaea erucifolia, Jacobaea leucophylla, Jacobaea renardii, Jacobaea multibracteolata, Jacobaea maroccana, Jacobaea arenaria, Jacobaea cilicia, Jacobaea andrzejowskyi, Jacobaea ambigua,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-31568: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Pieter B. Pelser (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pelser' in the authors string.
Ruud van der Meijden (1945-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meijden' in the authors string.